When my friend saw I was in Asheville she mentioned we had to get the shaved ice at Sweets and Seats. She said it was the best shaved ice she's ever had and way better than any she even had in Hawaii. I was intrigued and suggested to my husband we stop by after dinner one night. This cafe is soooo cute. I'm here on vacation and trying not to work, but if i needed to work for a few hours I would definitely go here. I'd work and eat one dessert after another. The mango shaved ice was even better than expected. It was ginormous and I was full from dinner, but did a pretty good job eating most of it because it was too delicious to stop. My husband got a piece of blueberry cheesecake and i couldn't help, but have a few bites of that as well. I was hoping to make it back a second (or third) time, but sadly don't think we are going to have time. Another reason to come back to Asheville and it may just be my first stop! read more

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This appeared to be a new dessert/bakery place in Asheville...and possibly Taiwanese-owned? Not only beautifully inviting and spacious, with plenty of seatings, the place had awesome A/C (a perfect rest stop on a hot day!) as well. Loved their menu as well. Although their mini cakes and other treats appealed to me as well, I opted to try their Taro Shaved Ice (they had 2 other flavors as well...think Mango and Mocha?). Well, their Taro Shaved Ice was PERFECT!!! The shaved ice was nice and dry, and the toppings (Boba, Lychee jelly, and Strawberries...even whipped cream on top) were generous and delicious! LOVED the place...and I can't wait to return! My husband will absolutely loved their version of Shaved Ice...What a treat to come! read more

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Sweets & Seats definitely lives up to its name!The first thing you notice walking in is just how many seats there are. I've honestly never seen a bakery this large before. It's spacious but still manages to feel cozy and charming at the same time. The vibe is adorable and a little hard to pin down. It feels like a mix between English tea time elegance and a bit of Spanish flair. It's unique and really something you just have to experience in person. I ordered the fancy carrot cake and it was exactly what a classic carrot cake should be. The flavor profile was spot on. Not overly sweet, not bland, just perfectly balanced with that warm spiced carrot cake taste. Paired with a cortado, it made the perfect little caffeine and sweet tooth moment. A great stop if you're wandering around Asheville and want a cozy place to sit with coffee and dessert. read more

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Sweets and Seats is a nice cafe, and as the name suggests, has a lot of sweets and seats. They have coffee drinks and boba, and my cortado was solid. I didn't opt for any sweets as it was right before dinner. The place is spacious with lots of seating options so it would be a good place to come in with a group. Service was efficient and friendly, and this sure beats Starbucks! read more

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It's a fancy cafe with a great ambience . The interiors are very impressive and give positive vibes. They have a store to buy cute goodies and have various varieties of coffee and sweets. We have cake bombs , coffees, macaroons and couple of pastries. They have famous paintings around. read more

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Stopped here on a whim and I'm so glad we did!! True to the name, they offer a variety of pastries, boba tea, coffee drinks, and have ample indoor seating options. The interior was so cute, I loved the vibe of this place. You could meet friends or do work here or just stop by, i loved it. My coffee was phenomenal- i haven't been so satisfied by a latte in a while lol. The boba looked fun too. Blueberry cheesecake was FIRE. Nice bathrooms as well. 10/10 spot. read more

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This café has a fancy feel and offers delicious boba teas, desserts, and coffees. The seating area is spacious, making it a comfortable place to relax and enjoy your time. The staff were friendly and helpful. I ordered a boba tea and I asked for it without the tapioca pearls. The young lady made it exactly how I requested with no issue at all. I really appreciated that attention to detail. The ambiance gives off great, positive vibes and makes it a perfect spot to unwind. Definitely a lovely place to visit. read more

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Such a cool concept -- a dessert place and a furniture store in one! The space looks so nice and modern, and it's a fun spot to hang out and try something different. The food was delicious. I ordered the Mango Bingsu, and it was amazing! The ice was soft and fluffy, and the toppings were so good. My husband got a mousse cake that was rich and decadent. They have lots of other treats on the menu, so I guess that means we'll have to come back and try more! read more

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Amazing little spot for shaved ice. Every bite tasted like strawberry. The bobba was a nice kick to the dish! I recommend this dish! Just note, the portion is LARGE! read more

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Adorable cafe!! I love all the greenery and the whimsical decor. A couple of us got lattes and the rest of us ordered boba tea. Boba tea is decent (not super memorable) but the ambiance definitely was. read more

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Nice bakery! Great and warm service. The bakery is spacious and clean. Good coffee and good selection of sweets. I will definitely stop when in the area again. read more

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Strawberry Shaved Ice (5/5): WOW. Did not expect this to be good, but it rivals the shaved ice in Taiwan and Korea. The ice was very finely shaven and full of flavor (must've been strawberry condensed milk ice rather than water ice with strawberry flavoring and condensed milk on top). The boba had perfect texture and consistency and didn't harden even in the ice. The strawberries were fresh and sweet. And I personally don't like the jellies, but it was nice to have that included as well. SO GOOD. RATING SYSTEM 5 - Great (Need to get this again) 4 - Good (Would get this again) 3 - Ok (Might give this another shot) 2 - Not Good (Won't get this again) 1 - Bad (Telling people to avoid this) read more

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Such a cool place! It is huge inside, with so much seating. The seating and ambiance makes it feel like a third space. It's decorated nicely and everything looks clean. They have areas where you can take pictures with nice backdrops. Staff were very friendly. I got the shaved ice for $10 and it was big enough that my group of 4 were all able to enjoy it. It was also delicious! Highly recommend. read more

Absolutely beautiful place and cool workers but man the food/drinks just are not worth that price. Like we didn't like either of our drinks or sweets. I honestly feel bad leaving such a low review - it was a very pretty place inside - but I'd be lying if I said I'd visit again read more

Sweets and Seats - Cream cheese carrot cake & orange mousse - Cafes Near Me - Asheville, North Carolina

When you want a sweet treat but can't make up your mind...you get them all!! lol Everything in the display case looked really good! I finally decided on the chocolate mousse cake, strawberry shortcake and the tiramisu. I did share these with friends and we all agreed on how good they were. read more

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Came here for the cream puffs but unfortunately those are only offered for pre order :( The honey and caramel cake tasted great and the interior was super pretty! We also tried the boba and shaved ice which were way too sweet and we couldn't finish. read more

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We stopped in here because the restaurant across the street, Red Ginger, gave us a stamp for 10 percent off at Sweets and Seats for dining with them. It's really cute inside and I was really surprised by how big it was inside. Everything looked really good and the desserts we tried were tasty. If you order it to-go, it comes in a cute to-go box. read more

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Cute cafe with delicious bubble tea in downtown Asheville. Nice ambience inside and lots of sweet treats. read more

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My friend and I were craving boba so we stopped by this place. She said that she usually comes here when she's in the area and after our experience, I can see why. They have a pretty large menu with milk teas, fruit teas, coffees, and even shaved ice. Their menu was impressive. Also the pastries looked so good inside the display cabinet by the cashier, it was hard to pick one. Eventually I got the regular milk tea with tapioca and a tiramisu dessert. I was able to get light ice and less sugar. My drink was good, but I felt like it was still sweeter than I would like. Boba consistency was great and flavor was good though. I got the tiramisu and my friend got the strawberry shortcake. Both desserts were delicious. I loved how light and airy the strawberry shortcake was. And the tiramisu was rich and flavorful, but also light as well. The seating area was decorated nicely. I loved the furniture and aesthetic. There were many seating options and it didn't feel cramped. Although the ads playing on the tv were a little odd and out of place. Other than that, I really enjoyed the vibe this place has. One thing I liked was that there was a faucet for drinking water that we could serve ourselves. Lastly, I had to convey this to the staff before I left. But the music playlist was POPPIN. Everytime the song changed, it was like a 2000's pop or rnb song and it was hit after hit EVERY SINGLE TIME. I was drinking my boba, enjoying my dessert, and dancing in my seat. I was like "Who chose this playlist????" but in the best way lol. I couldn't ask for anything more, I had a wonderful time. Service was sweet and friendly. The overall experience was amazing and I'd bring my friends here so we could enjoy like how I truly enjoyed my first time here. Vibes were immaculate, it was a 4.5/5 for me. read more

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Absolutely loved this shop. The service was quick and very pleasant and the items we had were delicious. The cafe was very clean and plenty of seating. Chill laid back vibe as well. I loved the strawberry shortcake and strawberry boba tea. Everyone in my group loved their desserts and drinks too read more

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There is no shortage of dessert options in Asheville, but this is a new flavor. I was expecting a fairly generic and unimpressive bubble tea place, but found that they had not only drinks but a rather splendid looking dessert display. Spoiled for choice, I settled on a Portuguese dessert I'd never heard of before, apparently named after sawdust because of the finely crumbled cookie layer. It was quite nice, but I waited for my earl grey to arrive before eating it for a balanced flavor experience. Their indoor space is remarkably large for downtown and offers the opportunity to socialize or hang around for a while. The bubble tea may be good, but I'd certainly come just for the cakes and other desserts. read more

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The boba was delicious and so were the macarons! Highly recommend. The inside was adorable and a great space to work. The staff was all very nice. read more

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This spot came in clutch for me, as I needed a spot to settle in to and get some work done. I honestly wasn't in the mood for boba, and couldn't handle any caffeine, but this spot has a lot of options. Ultimately, I ignored what I was in the mood for and went for a relatively unsweetened mango bona with green tea! It was really tasty and the boba pearls were nice and chewy. They also had a beautiful case of pastries but that's one for next time. One thing I really, really loved and appreciated is that this spot has a lot of comfortable space to settle into. Big couches, comfy chairs, and also nice restrooms in the back. It's open and airy and I felt like there was a ton of space, especially considering that it's right in the middle of downtown Asheville where I'm sure it ain't cheap. Glad to have found this! read more

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YUM!!!! Delicious pastries and fabulous service! Will be back to try more items! The chocolate mousse dome and crème brûlée were heavenly! read more

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We didn't mean to come here, but I'm glad we did. Sweets and Seats is a charming spot in downtown Asheville, serving sweets with plenty of seats to choose from. Come for the beverages and desserts, and stay for the inviting space to read, work or just chill. We were waiting to be seated at a restaurant nearby, so decided to check out Sweets and Seats to kill time. I'm glad to have discovered this place because the menu had a lot of appealing items, from different milk and fruit teas, coffees and boba, to pastries in the case that were tempting! I ended up getting a mango passion fruit green tea and added mango pops. My drink was solid, and since I love mango and passion fruit, I enjoyed it. The popping mango just added even more mango flavor. If I hadn't been going to brunch, I would've definitely tried one of their pastries or desserts because it all looked delicious. I'm a sucker for sweets! There are some seats in the front area where you order and pay, but the second room is very large and spacious with lots of seats that were comfortable. If I lived in the area, this would be an ideal place where I would work and read, with some sweets on hand. Glad to have discovered this dessert shop. I'll have to check it out when I'm in town again! read more

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Great sitting area with several options. The tea is good and I tried the strawberry shortcake. Delicious moist cake with fresh strawberries. Soft music. read more

Needed a cold drink after walking the square and other areas. Stopped in for a latte .. ended up picking brown sugar latte. Hmmm ... since when did a latte not come with expresso? Had to pay to add it. Then it was SUPER sugary!!!! Also decided to try a bite .. creme Brule was really good. They must have just opened because everyone was confused .. especially on how to use the register. The atmosphere is super chic and lots of space. read more

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Delicious shaved ice. We ordered one mango and one strawberry. They're huge! I felt that the mango had a lot more flavor than the strawberry. They both come with sweeted condensed milk, boba, jelly and whipped cream. It's the thing dreams are made of. I wish we had a place like this where we live bc we'd go constantly. It was beautiful inside and all of their desserts were packed so nicely. They're the kind of desserts you see bloggers posting about. The employees were very nice. When fished you bus your own table. They also have good bathrooms. FYI.. we ate at Red Ginger Dimsum and Tapas across the street before stopping here. They put a red stamp on your receipt, which gives you 10% off at Sweets and Seats. But ... We forgot to use it and remembered as we were eating the shaved ice. Doh! read more

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Love this eclectic pastry shop, coffee shop, and place to connect in downtown Asheville. They have a wide variety of coffees and drinks. And a super selection of pastries, cakes and desserts. Go into the other room find a seat, relax and just spend the day away enjoying yourself sipping delicious coffee and eating some yummy desserts. Been here a couple of times and each time I had the Americano coffee. Robust, full of flavor. Other folks I was with had the lattes and love them. I had an orange sponge cake that was very tasty, with a good orange zest to it. The tiramisu just the right size after dinner. And a creme brulee which was just outstanding. The service was fast. The sitting area has a great ambience for enjoying these delectables with good conversation. I hope you will discover this place in Asheville together with friends and family and while you're at it enjoy some good coffee and great desserts. read more

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The fruit tea is great and it doesn't taste as artificial as some other teas. There aren't that many workers, but they're all very friendly. There's a corner of little capybara plushies and pens for sale, which I found interesting, but they're a bit overpriced. I recommend this place for anybody looking for a good, relaxing experience. read more

The vibe of this place is really cool. Great place to take a date or other love interest for a sweet treat. Sadly we have walked past this place in downtown thinking it was just a Boba tea place (big Boba tea sculpture outside didn't help). But this place has a nice assortment of sweet treats and we found a Paris Brest that was as good as we have had in Paris. Prices were a little high for the smaller portions but they were very flavorful. Added bonus they are across the street from one of my favorite restaurants in Asheville, Red Ginger. Worth a visit if you are in downtown. read more

Such a beautiful cafe - instagram worthy you can say! Go my usual almond milk latte and it was good. Nothing great, but good. But it is expensive! I f you are spending some time there with friends sure, but if you plan to grab its really pricey. read more

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Cheesecake was good, but the shaved ice was the money shot. We did the mango shaved ice and that was destination viewing. My son's cake pop was gone so quickly that I don't remember him ordering it, and my 10-year-old's flourless chocolate cake was also gone in a flash. This place was much more of a lounge--albeit with the lights on a bit too brightly for my tastes!--than supposed "lounges" like French Broad Chocolate Lounge, which didn't feel loungey at all. The rest of the ambiance was OK, although we still can't figure out why there were furniture ads playing behind me the entire time on a large television. Otherwise, looking forward to our next visit! read more

Wow, so delicious and beautiful. I had Gluten Free Chocolate Cake which was so rich and perfectly sweet. My husband had the shaved ice which I just HAD to try. We both agreed we'd never had anything remotely like it before, so fresh and refreshing. read more

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What a cute space! Perfect for taking a little break when walking around downtown. Nice staff, too. The tea and boba were fine--not bad but not amazing. read more

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What a fun find on my first trip to Asheville! My boyfriend and I stopped in because of how cute it looked inside and also...boba tea. That's always a YES. We tried the passion fruit boba tea with rainbow jellies and decided to get the orange mousse cake to go with it. It was light, creamy and refreshing. I love the ambiance and artwork. This would be the perfect place to get some work done or just hang out with friends. read more

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I've visited Sweets and Seats twice and I really enjoy this cute little cafe. The first time I went, I had the Taro Shaved Ice, the Strawberry Shortcake and my daughter had a Boba Milk Tea. The Strawberry Shortcake was so delicate and delicious! It was moist white cake with a light custardy filling with strawberries. It reminded me of my wedding cake in Los Angeles that I got from Phoenix Bakery and their famous "strawberry cream cake"! I love that they cover the sides of the slice, so it stays nice and fresh and doesn't dry out. The Taro Shaved Ice was surprisingly delicious. Great taro flavor, sweet condensed milk that added a bit of a creamy flavor and it reminded me the halo halo that I enjoyed when I visited Hawaii. My daughter enjoyed her Brown Sugar Boba Milk tea. I came back again today to have the Strawberry Shortcake on my birthday :) Treat yourself, right? The staff are friendly, the cafe is very clean, spacious and bright and the desserts look beautiful and so far are very tasty. They even have QR codes where you can order from your table, which is so tempting after you try one dessert, you definitely want to order another! I will definitely be eating my way through their offerings! So happy this place is here in Asheville! read more

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This was such a cute boba shop that just opened in the area. We stopped by here after dinner nearby. They had several dessert options and boba selections. I got the strawberry boba which was tasty and fulfilled our sweet cravings. read more

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It's been a long time since I've written a review with two stars and I hate that. Maybe this place will get itself together and become incredible. I imagine it's tough opening a business downtown. I like the concept for sure. It's the execution that's lacking. Upon entering, there are four staff around a small counter area and they are just talking to each other. Very bright and stylish decor but not super welcoming or cozy. I did like the furniture and felt like the space was aesthetically pleasing. Everything at this place is incredibly expensive. I guess that's how they keep such nice downtown real estate and so many staff though. A Boba tea is around $6 and shaved ice is $10. The Boba tea and shaved ice took about 20 minutes to arrive despite us being the only people in the establishment in with 4 workers. I asked for the Boba tea without sugar and they said it wasn't possible and they were out of the type of tea I wanted anyway. They then agreed for it to be less/half sugar, but it definitely was not. It was incredibly syrupy and tasted disgusting. Supposed to be milk tea but I'm pretty sure the entire into the bottom was liquid brown sugar. The Boba itself was delicious and they did have nice variety. The mango tea we got was pretty bland, but way better on the sweetness amount. The shaved ice was disgusting. It was like fake Strawberry mixed with heavy cream and very weird in texture (like shaved coconut). Not how you imagine shaved ice to be at all. There were Boba in it which is cool but also some strange square jellies that did not taste great. read more

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What a true gem! We came in to simply get a coffee and some boba teas for our family. After trying them, we went back to purchase some of the desserts they have. All were delicious and fresh tasting. The boba was not your typical boba place as it had more flavor. The staff was very friendly as well. Definitely recommend you trying this place for coffee, tea, or desserts. read more

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